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VANESSA SHIELDS

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Author: Vanessa Shields

Writer. Mother. Lover.
Contests · On Writing

Reminder: The Malahat Review Deadline May 1st

April 26, 2012 Vanessa Shields

2012 Far Horizons Award for Poetry Deadline: May 1, 2012 (postmarked) Prize: $1000 CAD Entry fee: $25 CAD for residents of Canada $30 USD for residents of the USA $35 USD for entries from elsewhere Poets who are not yet published in book form (book = 48 pages or more) are encouraged to enter up… Continue reading Reminder: The Malahat Review Deadline May 1st

On Writing

The Importance of Mentors

April 25, 2012 Vanessa Shields6 Comments

In February of this year, I sent the following message out to my family, friends, and the writing peeps in my life: CREATIVE WRITING MENTORING   A mentor is one who provides advice and support, watches over, and fosters progress.   As your creative writing mentor, I commit to providing expert advice and gentle support… Continue reading The Importance of Mentors

Parenting

Congratulations Top Canadian Mommy Bloggers!!

April 24, 2012 Vanessa Shields

Writer Nichole Beaudry from SheKnows Canada has listed the Top 10 Canadian Mom Bloggers - well, that 'SheKnows' loves...and gosh darnit, I think we can all love 'em! Although I'm only familiar with 'Life With Ladies', I will certainly be reading and potentially 'following' some of or all of the others. And who knows, maybe… Continue reading Congratulations Top Canadian Mommy Bloggers!!

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